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Ukrainian Astronomer Spots Comet SWAN25B; Meteor Shower Possible!

9/17/2025

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Ukrainian amateur astronomer Volodymyr Bezuhlyi discovered Comet SWAN25B using NASA's SOHO satellite on September 12, 2025.
The comet is brightening, currently estimated at 7.4-8.3 magnitude, making it visible with binoculars or small telescopes.
A potential meteor shower may occur around October 5 as Earth crosses its orbit.
Observers may struggle due to its low position and bright twilight.
Amateur astronomers can help refine its orbit with data contributions.

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Ukrainian amateur astronomer Volodymyr Bezuhlyi discovered Comet SWAN25B using NASA's SOHO satellite on September 12, 2025.
The comet is brightening, currently estimated at 7.4-8.3 magnitude, making it visible with binoculars or small telescopes.
A potential meteor shower may occur around October 5 as Earth crosses its orbit.
Observers may struggle due to its low position and bright twilight.
Amateur astronomers can help refine its orbit with data contributions.